The Illumination by Kevin Brockmeier

The Illumination

Kevin Brockmeier

257 pages first pub 2011 (editions)

fiction contemporary fantasy magical realism reflective slow-paced
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Named a Best Book of the Year by NPR,  The Seattle Times, The Kansas City Star, and Philadelphia City PaperWhat if our pain was the most beautiful thing about us?At 8:17 on a Friday night, the Illumination begins. Every wound begins to shine, ever...

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Community Reviews Summary of 410 reviews

Moods

reflective 100%
emotional 66%
mysterious 50%
dark 33%
adventurous 16%
challenging 16%
hopeful 16%
inspiring 16%
sad 16%

Pace

medium 71%
slow 28%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 50% | A mix: 50%

Strong character development?

No: 66% | Yes: 33%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 50% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 66% | No: 33%

Average rating

3.42

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